Vtg 1930s Art Deco Machine Age Modernist Jakob Bengel Galalith Chrome Necklace

Signed Germany on the spring ring closure as shown in photos. Color loss to the chrome in areas (see photos) sold as is. 17” length On the designer… Jacob Bengel was a pioneering German jewelry designer known for his innovative creations during the Art Deco and Machine Age periods. Active from the 1920s to the 1930s, Bengel's designs embraced geometric shapes, bold colors, and industrial materials such as chrome and enamel. Today, his designs are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts, celebrated for their timeless appeal and significant contribution to the evolution of jewelry design.